Job Description

A superb opportunity has arisen for a recently qualified Financial Accountant to join one of the world’s leading Entertainment groups. This award-winning organisation is a major producer and distributor of high-quality, multi-genre content and has a significant footprint across both the UK and international markets.

The UK division comprises multiple production labels and a highly successful distribution arm. Known for its creativity, scale and pace, the business offers exceptional exposure and the chance to work at the heart of a dynamic, fast-moving industry.

We are specifically seeking an individual who has qualified within a reputable accountancy practice, ideally with exposure to clients in the TV, Film or wider Entertainment sector. This background will give you a strong technical grounding and an understanding of the unique financial considerations within production and content-led businesses.

Reporting to the UK Financial Reporting Manager, you will play a key role in delivering statutory and external reporting requirements across the UK group, while also supporting an internal project. This is a fantastic role for a newly/recently qualified Chartered Accountant looking to continue developing their technical expertise within a large, complex media environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and delivery of statutory financial statements for multiple UK entities, including SPVs
• Support the preparation of consolidated group accounts
• Assist with annual audits and act as a key liaison for external auditors, Group Finance and UK finance teams
• Support the implementation and monitoring of group accounting policies and internal controls
• Ensure changes to accounting standards are properly assessed and implemented
• Act as a technical point of contact for UK finance teams, providing guidance on financial reporting matters
• Input into commercial assessments relating to technical accounting changes
• Assist with tax submissions and associated reporting
• Prepare and submit returns to relevant industry bodies
• Support intercompany reconciliations and wider internal finance projects

Candidate Profile

• Fully qualified ACA/ACCA (or equivalent) with a strong practice background (minimum 3 years’ audit/financial accounting experience)
• Ideally trained in a reputable accountancy practice with exposure to clients in TV, Film, Media or Entertainment
• Strong technical accounting skills with solid knowledge of UK GAAP (FRS 101 & FRS 102) and IFRS
• Experience working with large groups and consolidation accounting
• Confident communicator with the ability to interact with and influence a broad range of stakeholders
• Highly organised, detail-focused and capable of working to statutory deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated, proactive and committed to continuous improvement
• Strong working knowledge of UK tax principles
• Collaborative team player

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious individual with a genuine interest in TV and Entertainment to join a collaborative, high-performing team where you will be supported to learn, develop and grow.

Please note: only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.